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Change Oil Filter

Service Interval/Specification

Replace the oil filter every 200 hours or every other oil
change.

Note: Change oil filter more frequently when operating
conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.

1. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to

Changing/Draining Oil, page 25.

2. Remove the old filter (Fig. 25).

3. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the rubber gasket on the

replacement filter (Fig. 25).

1

2

M-4288

Figure 25

1.

Oil filter

2.

Adapter

4. Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter.

Turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket
contacts the filter adapter, then tighten the filter an
additional 3/4 turn (Fig. 25).

5. Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new oil; refer

to Engine Oil Service, page 25.

Spark Plug Service

Service Interval/Specification

Check the spark plug(s) after every 100 operating hours.
Make sure the air gap between the center and side
electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug. Use a
spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark
plug(s) and a gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust
the air gap. Install a new spark plug(s) if necessary.

Type: Champion

 RCJ8Y or NGK

 BPR4ES

Air Gap: 0.030 in. (.75 mm)

Removing the Spark Plug

(s)

1. Disengage the power take off (PTO), chock or block

tires, and turn the ignition key to “OFF” to stop the
engine. Remove the key.

2. Pull the wire(s) off the spark plug(s) (Fig. 26). Now

clean around the spark plug(s) to prevent dirt from
falling into the engine and potentially causing damage.

3. Remove the spark plug(s).

2

1

M-4294

Figure 26

1.

Spark plug wire installed

2.

Spark plug

Checking the Spark Plug

1. Remove spark plug.

2. Look at the center of the spark plug(s) (Fig. 27). If you

see light brown or gray on the insulator, the engine is
operating properly. A black coating on the insulator
usually means the air cleaner is dirty.

Important

 

Never clean the spark plug(s). Always

replace the spark plug(s) when it has: a black coating, worn
electrodes, an oily film, or cracks.

3. Check the gap between the center and side electrodes

(Fig. 27). Bend the side electrode (Fig. 27) if the gap is
not correct.

Summary of Contents for ProLine 30334

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual English EN Form No 3325 880 Mid Size Mower ProLine Gear 17 HP with 52 in Side Discharge Mower 30334 210000001 and Up...

Page 2: ...il Level 12 Set Up 13 Loose Parts 13 Installing the Control Panel and Fuel Tank 13 Install Shift Lever 14 Install Handles 15 Install Control Rods 15 Parking Brake Adjustment 16 Install Hairpin Cotter...

Page 3: ...ions of the American National Standards Institute in effect at time of production Note The addition of attachments made by other manufacturers that do not meet American National Standards Institute ce...

Page 4: ...eep pets and bystanders away Slow down and use caution when making turns and crossing roads and sidewalks Stop blades if not mowing Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at any...

Page 5: ...s tree limbs etc from the mowing area Watch for holes ruts or bumps Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed so that you will not have to stop while on the slope Use extra care with grass catchers...

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Page 7: ...7 Slope Chart...

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Page 9: ...cals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger Replace any decal that is damaged or lost 67 5360 66 1340 43 8480 95 2814 63 84...

Page 10: ...10 104 8186 105 0840 105 4111 105 4142 98 0776 98 4387 104 8569...

Page 11: ...11 104 8171 105 4104 105 4105 105 4108...

Page 12: ...ch equipment on a truck or trailer from a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fue...

Page 13: ...anged bolt 3 8 x 1 in 26 mm Flange nut 3 8 in 1 4 4 Install upper handle to frame Clevis pin Washer Hairpin cotter pin 2 2 2 Install control rods Hairpin cotter pin 2 Install hairpin cotter pins Opera...

Page 14: ...ve rubber seal washer and square hole washer from transmission shaft 2 Slide shift lever through control panel and align mounting hole in lever with square on transmission shaft Secure lever to transm...

Page 15: ...rocedures for opposite handle Note If handle position is ever changed the control rods and brakes will need to be readjusted m 5382 3 2 1 4 5 6 7 9 8 Figure 6 1 Handle 2 Rear frame 3 Flange bolt 3 8 x...

Page 16: ...g them Install Hairpin Cotter Pins Spare height of cut spacers may be stored on posts and retained by a hairpin cotter 1 On opposite side of muffler install extra hairpin cotter pins into front and re...

Page 17: ...rn left Neutral lock and Parking brake locks Squeeze drive levers back and move locks to the rear for neutral lock Squeeze drive levers back and move locks to the front for parking brake lock Ignition...

Page 18: ...ndle vigorously to start engine and allow rope to recoil slowly Important Do not pull recoil rope to its limit or let go of the starter handle when rope is pulled out because rope may break or recoil...

Page 19: ...nterlock system before you use the machine each time If the safety system does not operate as described have an Authorized Service Dealer repair the safety system immediately 1 Set the parking brake a...

Page 20: ...More Severe Position C Most Severe Note Wheel drive tension is lowest with bolt assembly in Position A It will increase in Positions B and C Fig 16 6 Install adjustment bolt and drive spring 7 Repeat...

Page 21: ...bail and the power take off PTO is off Rotate the ignition key to OFF Also remove the key and pull the wire off the spark plug s Adjusting Height of Cut The height of cut can be adjusted from 1 to 4...

Page 22: ...Wheel nut and washer Do Not Remove Adjusting Center Gage Wheels The gage wheels must be adjusted in the proper hole location for each height of cut position 1 After adjusting height of cut remove bol...

Page 23: ...eck Electric Clutch adjust Engine clean outside 200 Hours Oil Filter change 200 hours or every other oil change Fuel Filter replace Paper Air Cleaner replace1 250 Hours Transmission Couplings grease1...

Page 24: ...the foam element in liquid soap and warm water When the element is clean rinse it thoroughly 2 Dry the element by squeezing it in a clean cloth 3 Put one or two ounces of oil on the element Fig 21 Sq...

Page 25: ...nd look at the metal end If oil level is low slowly pour only enough oil into the filler tube to raise the level to the FULL mark Important Do not overfill the crankcase with oil because the engine ma...

Page 26: ...plug Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark plug s and a gapping tool feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap Install a new spark plug s if necessary Type Champion RCJ8Y o...

Page 27: ...p the engine Remove the key 2 Clean the grease fittings with a rag Make sure to scrape any paint off the front of the fitting s 3 Connect a grease gun to the fitting Pump grease into the fittings unti...

Page 28: ...s as specified Check the pressure at the valve stem after every 40 operating hours or monthly whichever occurs first Fig 32 Check the tires when they are cold to get the most accurate pressure reading...

Page 29: ...nition key to OFF to stop the engine Remove the key 2 Close fuel shut off valve at fuel tank Fig 34 3 Squeeze the ends of the hose clamps together and slide them away from the filter Fig 34 4 Remove t...

Page 30: ...Refer to Adjusting the Brake on page 30 3 Release the brake and move neutral brake lock to neutral Move the machine lightly approximately 1 2 in 13 mm Wheels should rotate freely 4 If both conditions...

Page 31: ...diately install a new blade 1 2 3 m 151 Figure 38 1 Cutting Edge 2 Curved Area 3 Wear slot Forming Checking for Bent Blades 1 Rotate the blades until the ends face forward and backward Fig 39 Measure...

Page 32: ...The sail part of the blade must be pointing upward toward the inside of the mower to ensure proper cutting Fig 41 2 Install the blade stiffener and blade bolt Fig 41 Torque the blade bolt to 85 110 ft...

Page 33: ...ation A Fig 45 4 Measure engine deck height at location B Fig 45 5 If the height at location A and B are not the same change tire pressure slightly to make them the same 3 2 m 5237 A B 1 3 4 4 4 Figur...

Page 34: ...cers Checking the Deck Front to Rear Pitch 1 Check the tire pressure on both deck and traction unit 2 Position one blade front to rear Fig 48 Measure at C and D locations Fig 48 from a level surface t...

Page 35: ...ront B m 1078 Figure 51 MEASURE FROM CUTTING EDGE TO A LEVEL SURFACE m 2550 Figure 52 Changing the Side to Side Leveling Changing the side to side leveling is done by adjusting tire pressure Changing...

Page 36: ...on page 37 4 Remove clutch retainer from the engine deck Fig 56 5 Unhook tension spring from side of frame Fig 56 6 Loosen pivot bolt enough to remove traction belt from the drive pulley and clutch 7...

Page 37: ...e cover and remove the carrier frame cover 3 Remove the knobs holding the belt covers to the top of the cutting unit and remove the belt covers 4 Remove the heat shield from the the engine deck and ca...

Page 38: ...s onto the fork and secure with the retaining ring Fig 59 Important The inside diameter of the bushings may collapse slightly when installed If the caster wheel fork does not slide into the new bushi...

Page 39: ...ntact with the blade could occur Never operate the lawn mower unless you install a cover plate a mulch plate or a grass chute and catcher Warning 1 Remove the locknut bolt spring and spacer holding th...

Page 40: ...W GND Y Y Y T BK K1 Interlock Relay Operator Presence Switch No Operator 2 3 5 4 1 Neutral Switch In Neutral 10A F1 KEY SWITCH OPEN ON CLOSED OFF Clutch T GREEN GREY ORANGE BLUE BROWN WIRE COLOR CODE...

Page 41: ...re stabilizer conditioned gasoline over 90 days 9 Remove the spark plug s and check its condition refer to Spark Plug Service page 26 With the spark plug s removed from the engine pour two tablespoons...

Page 42: ...level in crankcase is low 2 Add oil to crankcase 3 Cooling fins and air passages under engine blower housing are plugged 3 Remove obstruction from cooling fins and air passages Machine does not drive...

Page 43: ...r 5 Tire pressure is incorrect 5 Adjust tire pressure 6 Blade spindle bent 6 Contact Authorized Service Dealer Blades do not rotate 1 PTO Drive belt is worn loose or broken 1 Install new drive belt 2...

Page 44: ...e maintenance whether performed by a dealer or by you is at your expense Items and Conditions Not Covered There is no other express warranty except for special emission system coverage on some product...

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